Bleeding clutch system
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Melting Slicks
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From: Strongsville Ohio
Bleeding clutch system
So I just replaced my master slave and the other thing ( its late guys) and I have questions about bleeding the system.
I know the book says to have the bleeder screw angled to the top and have it at a 45 degree angle. But is having the clear tube on the bleeder screw a real need?
Should every pump of the clutch push out a steady flow of fluid? Some pumps I get a good flow, some I dont. I would say I had my wife push the clutch in about 20 times. I have good pressure most of the way to the floor, just the beginning feels kind of soft.
I know the book says to have the bleeder screw angled to the top and have it at a 45 degree angle. But is having the clear tube on the bleeder screw a real need?
Should every pump of the clutch push out a steady flow of fluid? Some pumps I get a good flow, some I dont. I would say I had my wife push the clutch in about 20 times. I have good pressure most of the way to the floor, just the beginning feels kind of soft.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Hernando Mississippi
Push the pedal with the slave valve open, close the valve befor letting off the pedal.If you have clutch disconnect your good to go,the master will self bleed after that,you may have to add fluid. As far as the tube, thats just to keep the fluid off the drive way and work area.If every thing is tight,and no leaks , 20 times should be good to go.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Auburn MA
I reverse bled mine by forcing fluid into the lowest part of the system via slave bleeder using a syringe.... Worth a shot if you've exhausted your options and your bored.... Worked for me on my 94
Le Mans Master
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From: Irvine Ca
I don't know what year you have......but if you have an early C4 with a 4x3....then...the system is self bleeding. Drive it for three days or so and see how it feels.
As it heats up and cools down, any air in the Slave will eventually find it's way out and up the hose. You'll notice the system very firm at the top of the pedal in no time.
I did my MC (twice due to a faulty one from O'Reilleys) and in both situations I never bleed anything.....just started pumping it the bubbles came out by themselves. Now that thing is firm at the top
As it heats up and cools down, any air in the Slave will eventually find it's way out and up the hose. You'll notice the system very firm at the top of the pedal in no time.
I did my MC (twice due to a faulty one from O'Reilleys) and in both situations I never bleed anything.....just started pumping it the bubbles came out by themselves. Now that thing is firm at the top
